Paint the Palouse

Paint the Palouse is an annual community service program put on by the University of Idaho Residence Halls. The program provides community members who are unable to paint their homes, due to financial or health/age barriers, the opportunity to have their homes painted free of charge by volunteers.

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When is Paint the Palouse?

Date: September 2015 (check back for exact date soon)Time: 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. (shifts will be given to volunteers)Location: Tower Lawn (Starting location)

Once you complete the volunteer form, we will be in contact with you regarding your volunteer shift. Shifts are usually 2 hours long, however most people end up volunteering longer. The event usually starts at 8 a.m. and ends around 3 p.m.

What do I receive for Volunteering for Paint the Palouse?

All volunteers receive a free t-shirt and food!

Paint the Palouse also fulfills the service component of the Vandal Edge Program.

How do I apply to have my House painted?

Anyone that is interested in having their House painted, will need to complete the application form by May 1st.

How are houses selected for painting?

A team of Paint the Palouse representatives rank all house applications based on need, house size, and ability to complete the job within the Paint the Palouse parameters. Once you have applied to have your house painted, we will be in contact to view your residence to assess the work needed. Once the final decision is made, all applicants will be notified within the month of June.

In past years we have been able to paint more than one home due to our generous sponsors!

What donations are needed?

We accept donations in the forms of food, painting supplies and money.

If you would like to make a financial donation, please make checks payable to Paint the Palouse at:

Paint the Palouse
P.O. Box 442010
Moscow, ID 83844

There are three levels of Sponsorship opportunities through Paint the Palouse. These levels include:

Vandal Level- $50-$499 or equivalent- Your organization's name and logo on event website